Disagreement does not have to create disconnection. Good people can disagree on an important topic and still respect and care for each other, whether they are close friends or total strangers.

The #1 reason a team has a strong culture with high standards is because the staff clearly and effectively models the standards they want to exist for the culture they want to create. People observe and follow the actions of leaders more than words of leaders. Skin in the game.

Looking for PD ideas, resources, or activities to help teachers with differentiation in the classroom. Please help! Beth Whitaker, PhD Todd Whitaker

First safari in Zambia is in the books!

5 ways to strengthen teacher retention from Todd Whitaker bit.ly/4324r2k

I’m excited to announce for the rest of this school year and 24/25 school year, I will be the Inclusion Coach & New Hire Coordinator at BMIS.

Teachers can guide English language learners in using a variety of Google tools to make lessons more equitable and accessible. edutopia Eman T. Magableh Using Google Tools to Support Newcomer ELLs edutopia.org/article/using-…

Malawi is a beautiful country.

“Bet on people, not strategies.” #LeadLearnELPA

Leaders are optimists. That doesn’t mean they ignore reality. It means they see the situation but lead with hope and belief that drives the team forward toward a better day. Pessimism and negativity hold us back. Optimism leads to better outcomes. Leaders stir up hope.

“Our Be Kind” sign has been painted by local Malawian artists. It looks incredible!

“Some of the great leaders in history were not adored, but respected. My advice to leaders - stop trying to please everyone and do what you believe is best.” ―Nick Saban #TheLeadersMind 🏆 📚 amazon.com/Leaders-Mind-P…

Happy to three excellent players I coached a few years ago have their Senior Day. Fantastic young men and I can’t wait to see what they do in the future.

A healthy mind handles failure better. A healthy mind handles adversity better. A healthy mind handles critique better. A healthy mind handles success better. A healthy mind handles everything better. How you believe determines how you behave. Make your mindset your advantage.

We did 12 workouts in 12 hours to raise money for a charity called My Body Speaks, which is a fitness club promoting physical, mental, and environmental wellness among the youth in Malawi. CrossFit

To be a leader, do the work. To build trust, do the work. To build relationships, do the work. To make an impact, do the work. To have a strong mindset, do the work. To create the culture, do the work. To be a great teammate, do the work. To get better, do the work. Do the work.

A Cape Town vacation is a helpful reset.

This funding—less than 1% of the overall U.S. budget—is crucial for Malawi, a country rich in resilience. Some may argue that the Malawian govt should solve its issues, but that’s easier said than done when Malawi, faces systemic exploitation that hinders its progress.